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Guided Tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow

Wieliczka Salt Mine underground chamber with carved salt sculptures, Krakow, Poland.
Wieliczka Salt Mine underground chamber with carved salt sculptures, Krakow, Poland.
Wieliczka Salt Mine underground chamber with carved salt sculptures, Krakow, Poland.
Wieliczka Salt Mine underground chamber with carved salt sculptures, Krakow, Poland.

Enjoy an English-guided tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine with round-trip transfers from Krakow in a Mercedes-Benz van or minibus!

Highlights

  • Enjoy a guided tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with hassle-free round-trip transfers from Krakow.

  • Explore one of the world’s oldest salt mines with an English-speaking guide and discover stunning salt formations.

  • Visit the underground Chapel of St. Kinga, made entirely of salt, and the 9.5 meters deep Wessel Lake.

  • Fun Fact: The Wieliczka Salt Mine has inspired many works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and even a movie called The Salt of the Earth!

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine

  • Expert English-speaking guide

  • Round-trip transfers in van or minibus

  • Entrance fees

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Mrs. Courtney Butler

Mrs.

5/5

Aug, 2024

Everything. It was very well organised from picking us up at our hotel and back again. The guide Jo at the mines didn't stop giving us in-depth information the whole time. It was amazing and something we would highly recommend anyone visit Krakow to do.
Joe Dempsey

Joe

5/5

Aug, 2024

Unique experience. Fascinating sculptures. Guide would need a microphone so all in the group could hear.
Ettie Zulauf

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Jun, 2024

Ricardo Lesch Sr.

Ricardo

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Wieliczka Salt Mine

Step into a world beneath the surface with a 2.5-hour-long guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a wonderland of underground chambers, salt lakes, and towering salt formations. As you descend into the depths of the mine, you'll be transported back in time to the days when salt mining was a way of life in this region. See the tools and equipment used by miners throughout the centuries, and learn about the challenges they faced in extracting salt from the earth. The Wieliczka Salt Mine isn't just a historical site - it's a living, breathing testament to human ingenuity and creativity. Marvel at the intricate salt sculptures that adorn the walls, including a statue of Copernicus, a replica of Da Vinci's The Last Supper and a stunning chapel entirely made of salt.

Salt Lake

As you make your way deeper into the mine, you'll encounter the Salt Lake, a glittering expanse of salt water that seems to stretch on forever. Listen to your English-speaking guide as they regale you with tales of the mine's history and lore, providing insights into the daily lives of the miners who worked there. After a magical tour, enjoy a comfortable ride back to Krakow.

Itinerary

  • Hotel Pickup

  • Transfer to Wieliczka from Krakow (30-40 min)

  • Visit to Salt Mine (2.5 hr)

  • Return to Krakow

Important Information

  • Please note that to reach the first level of the mine (64 meters underground), you have to descend a wooden stairway with 378 stairs.

  • It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes and carry warm clothing since the temperature in the mine ranges between 17° and 18°C.

  • Some part of the underground tourist route is adapted for persons with limited mobility.

Restrictions

  • The max dimensions of luggage allowed is 35cm x 20cm x 20cm. You can leave your larger luggage in the car.

Timings

  • Daily: 8am & 1pm

  • The tour is unavailable on the following days: Dec 25, Jan 1, Easter Saturday afternoon & Easter Sunday.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

  • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

  • In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

  • This is applicable to all hotels in Krakow city.

  • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

  • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

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